(The stevens signing is just to represent kasparas who isnt in fanspo yet)

Main goal of this trade is for the heat to acquire a 2027 unprotected first round pick, unlocking the ability to trade 26/28/30/32 In the summer of 2026. Gives the heat young players a year to develop into bigger roles and potentially lift their trade value if a star is available next offseason. Some of them might develop into playoff ready pieces, like Ware and Jakucionis.

In this trade LAL doesn't have to give up a 1st, and Knecht is flipped to a team with cap space and an extra 2027 pick. I don't know if Knecht is worth a pick straight up so the seconds are thrown into the give Brooklyn a reason to be interested.

Davion / Herro / Jaquez / Bam / Ware

Jakucionis / Pelle / Rui / Jovic / Kleber